Evaluation of PCM/diatomite composites using exfoliated graphite nanoplatelets (xGnP) to improve thermal properties
This paper deals with the thermal performances of shape-stabilized phase change materials (SSPCM) for energy saving in various fields. This study enhanced thermal properties of SSPCM using exfoliated...
Unconventional experimental technologies available for phase change materials (PCM) characterization. Part 1. Thermophysical properties
The use of thermal energy storage by phase change materials (PCM) is increasing in interest for building applications. For the deployment of the technology, appropriate characterization of PCM...
Thermo-physical characterization of some paraffins used as phase change materials for thermal energy storage
Three phase change paraffinic materials (PCMs) were thermophysically (phase-transition temperatures, latent heat, heat capacity at constant pressure, density, and thermal conductivity) investigated...
Ecofriendly chitosan-derived carbon aerogels based eutectic hydrated salts for good solar thermal energy storage and corrosion mitigation effect
Abstract: Emerging integrated latent heat storage and photothermal conversion have great potential to efficiently capture solar light and facilitate energy management. However, the energy conversion...
Research on Thermal Response Behavior of the Intumescent Coating at High Temperature: An Experimental and Numerical Study
Abstract: Intumescent coating is able to provide effective fire protection with both practicality and aesthetics. In this study, expansion performance and thermal physical property experiments are...
Multifunctional Carbon-Based Hybrid Foams for Shape-Stabilization of Phase Change Materials, Thermal Energy Storage, and Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Functions
Abstract: Carbon-red mud foam/paraffin hybrid materials were prepared and studied for their thermal energy storage and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding properties. The host matrices were...
Effect of structural characteristics and surface functional groups of biochar on thermal properties of different organic phase change materials: Dominant encapsulation mechanisms
Abstract: In this article, waste phoenix leaf biochar was introduced into three most used organic phase change materials (PCMs) to prepare shape-stable composite PCMs by the vacuum impregnation...
Effect of vacuum insulation panel integration in phase change material-based passive thermal management system for electronics package exposed to hot air environment
Abstract: Harsh environment conditions are challenging for thermal management of electronics devices due to the thermal load from the surroundings. Phase Change Material (PCM) based Passive...
Graphene-pentaerythritol solid–solid phase change composites with high photothermal conversion and thermal conductivity
Abstract: The use of phase change materials (PCMs) with high energy storage density is an ideal method to solve the problem of uneven and discontinuous of solar energy. At present, the common phase...